Brain Rules, Part 3 by Mike Lawson July 26, 2011 0 Brain Rules 4 and 6: Attention & MemoryAfter an introduction and overview of John Medina’s Brain Rules: 12 Principles for Surviving...
SBO Guest Editorial: An Open Letter to Parents by Mike Lawson July 26, 2011 0 Following is an open letter to parents of current and future band and orchestra students. Educators are welcome to reproduce...
SBO Roundtable: Survival Guide – Clearing Early-Career Hurdles by Mike Lawson July 26, 2011 0 As in any occupation, long-term success in the career of music education hinges upon surviving through the first several years...
Up Close: Rosemount HS Band Program by Mike Lawson June 23, 2011 0 Leon Sieve, Steve Olsen, and Bojan Hoover: “Working Towards Excellence”Rosemount High School, located in suburban Minneapolis, has a long-standing tradition of musical excellence. ...
Using Exercise & Survival Instincts In the Band Room by Mike Lawson June 23, 2011 0 Those of you with fully functioning memory might recall that we recently discussed an overview of Dr. John Medina's best-selling...
Staff Selections: Repertoire for Brass and Woodwind Choirs by Mike Lawson September 19, 2022 0 Small ensembles are a necessary part of any vibrant, successful music program. These groups provide students with unique opportunities to...
From the Trenches: The Report of Our Death Has Been Greatly Exaggerated by Mike Lawson June 23, 2011 0 In response to reading newspaper coverage of his supposed demise, Mark Twain famously stated, “The reports of my death have...
Report: Singing in the Windy City by SBO Staff September 19, 2022 0 Over 5,000 educators, students, exhibitors and choral music lovers gathered from March 9-12 in Chicago, Illinois for the bi-annual ACDA...
2011 Director’s Resource Guide by SBO Staff September 19, 2022 0 The 2011 CD Director’s Resource Guide provides instant access to the services and products choral directors need and use. The...
Exciting and Diverse Music for Marching Bands by Mike Lawson May 19, 2011 0 Band directors are always on the hunt for new and refreshing music to add spice and excitement to their programs....
Inside the Biggest Band in Texas (or Anywhere Else!) by Mike Lawson May 19, 2011 0 When it comes to music education, sometimes things really are bigger in Texas. Such is the case at Allen High...
Uniforms and Footwear: Maintaining Appearances by Mike Lawson May 19, 2011 0 An orderly, well-put-together appearance goes a long way towards creating the impression of a flourishing music program, which is absolutely...